← Leo PolitiPedro, the Angel of Olvera Streetby Leo PolitiOrphan child finds love and belonging in Los Angeles Mexican communityFind on Amazon↗About the authorLeo PolitiLeo Politi was an Italian-American author and illustrator known for his books celebrating the Latino community of Los Angeles. Song of the Swallows won the Caldecott Medal.More by Leo PolitiSong of the SwallowsBoy befriends swallows returning to Mission San Juan Capistrano→JuanitaMexican girl discovers cultural pride through family and community connections→The Nicest GiftBoy's handmade gift proves most meaningful expression of deep friendship→Three Stalks of Corn→
